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The Best Food Processor
by Mace Dent Johnson and Michael Sullivan
Our favorite food processor is, as it has been for a decade, the Cuisinart Custom 14-Cup Food Processor. It’s a durable, no-frills kitchen workhorse.
The Best Juicer
by Anna Perling
We’ve tested 19 juicers since 2014, and think the Omega VSJ843 makes the best-tasting juices, and offers the best accessories, value, and warranty.
The Best Sous Vide Machine and Gear
by Ben Keough
We’ve been testing sous vide gear for over 10 years. Here’s what you need to get started.
The Best Electric Pressure Cooker Is an Instant Pot
by Anna Perling, Lesley Stockton, and Ciara Murray Jordan
We’ve tested dozens of multi-cookers since 2016, and the Instant Pot Rio 6-quart is our favorite. It’s sleek, simple to use, and performs basic functions well.
The Best Rice Cooker
by Sabrina Imbler and Tammie Teclemariam
After cooking more than 275 pounds of white and brown rice, we think the Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy NS-ZCC10 works best for the widest variety of grains.
The Best Portable Induction Cooktop
by Rachel Wharton
We cooked for months with portable induction burners and found that the Duxtop 9600LS has the best features and performance for everyday cooking.
The Best Toaster Oven
by Michael Sullivan
We’ve been testing toaster ovens since 2013 and have two favorites: the compact Panasonic FlashXpress Toaster Oven and the large Cuisinart Chef’s Convection Toaster Oven.
The Best Air Fryer
by Mace Dent Johnson, Caira Blackwell, and Michael Sullivan
After testing dozens of air fryers over the years, we like the Philips 3000 Series Airfryer L HD9200/91, which crisps food quickly and costs less than $150.
The Best Blender
by Lesley Stockton
After testing more than 25 blenders since 2012, we haven’t found a better one than the powerful, durable Vitamix 5200.
The Best Humidifier
by Thom Dunn and Tim Heffernan
A good humidifier can make indoor air more comfortable without constant maintenance.
The Best Space Heaters
by Thom Dunn
Warm up a room and boost your home’s heating system with space heaters we’ve tested firsthand.
Humidifiers Are Notoriously High-Maintenance. Not This One.
by Thom Dunn
The Levoit LV600S is the rare ultrasonic humidifier that doesn’t over-humidify a room.
The Best Personal Blender
by Anna Perling and Lesley Stockton
We’ve spent years making smoothies, pesto, and date shakes to find the best personal blender, the NutriBullet Pro 900.
Humidifiers Get Gross Fast. Here’s How to Clean Them.
by Thom Dunn
Here’s a plan for the daily care, weekly cleanouts, and long-term maintenance of your humidifier.
The Best Air Purifier
by Tim Heffernan
Get cleaner air in a range of room sizes with air purifiers we’ve tested and measured firsthand.
The Lightweight Rusk W8less Beats All the Pricey Hair Dryers I’ve Tried. And It’s Under $100.
by Kalee Thompson
The quiet, lightweight Rusk W8less works as well as hair dryers five times the price. It blows hot air fast and will last for years.
The Best Stand Mixer
by Lesley Stockton and Anna Perling
After over 50 hours of research and testing since 2013, we think the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer is the best you can buy.
This Handy Induction Burner Keeps Your Kitchen Clean and Cool
by Rachel Wharton
A portable induction burner, which emits no heat and can cook almost anything, can take some of the misery out of cooking during a heat wave.
The Best Microwave
by Liam McCabe and Michael Sullivan
Microwaves basically all perform the same, but we like the Toshiba EM131A5C for its looks and its useful extra features.
The Best Clothing Steamers
by Jackie Reeve and Zoe Vanderweide
To smooth wrinkles without an iron, try the Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam Garment Steamer. It’s light and easy to maneuver, and you can control the force of the steam.
The Vornado 630 Medium Air Circulator Is Simply the Most Powerful Home Fan You Can Find
by Thom Dunn
The Vornado 630 Medium Air Circulator is simply the most powerful home fan you can find.
The Best Drip Coffee Maker
by Marguerite Preston and Kathleen Squires
We’ve been testing coffee makers since 2014, and we think the Bonavita Enthusiast 8-Cup Drip Coffee Brewer offers the best combination of convenient features and delicious coffee.
The Best Over-the-Range Microwave
by Liam McCabe
We tested six over-the-range microwaves and found that they’re all very similar, but we like the GE JVM6175 because it’s easier to use than most.
How to Not Burn Your House Down With a Space Heater
by Thom Dunn
Space heaters can be dangerous—we combed the manuals and spoke to experts to get advice on using them safely.
If You Hate Ironing, Try This Handheld Steamer Instead
by Elissa Sanci
An iron isn’t the only way to blast away wrinkles.
The Best Dehumidifiers
by Tim Heffernan
We’ve found dehumidifiers that are easy to live with and effectively reduce ambient moisture in your home.
The Best Portable Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
A good portable AC is hard to find, but our picks provide year-round climate control that’s quiet and efficient.
Everything You Wanted to Know About the Instant Pot
by Lesley Stockton and Marguerite Preston
We answer your most pressing questions about our favorite electric pressure cooker.
Swamp Coolers Are a Cheap AC Alternative for Dry Climates. Here’s What to Know Before You Buy.
by Thom Dunn
Here’s our take on the performance of evaporative chillers versus typical air conditioning.
The Best Cheap Mini Fridge
by Tyler Wells Lynch
The Midea WHS-65L mini fridge has the best shelves and storage layout of any model at its price.
The Best Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
Our firsthand tests have found air conditioners that will keep you cool, quietly and efficiently.
The Best Toaster
by Michael Sullivan and Sabrina Imbler
After testing 23 toasters for dozens of hours, we think the Cuisinart CPT-122 2 Slice Compact Plastic Toaster is the best, especially for the price.
How to Buy a Used Air Purifier
by Katie Okamoto
If you’re looking for a used air purifier to deal with an air-quality emergency, to save money, or to shop more sustainably, here’s how to find a good one.
The Best Waffle Maker
by Gabriella Gershenson
We’ve cooked stacks and stacks of waffles since 2014 to find the best waffle makers.
How to Keep Your Home Cool
by Tim Heffernan
Here are all our product recommendations for keeping cool—and our advice on how to make everything work better.
This Exorbitant Cordless Geek Aire Fan Is Worth Every Penny
by Annemarie Conte
This mobile fan will keep you cool around your house and in your yard all day long.